← Product Code [KDP](/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/KDP) · K013976 # BOEHRINGER MRI SUCTION REGULATORY (K013976) _Boehringer Laboratories · KDP · Jan 8, 2002 · General Hospital · SESE_ **Canonical URL:** https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/KDP/K013976 ## Device Facts - **Applicant:** Boehringer Laboratories - **Product Code:** [KDP](/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/KDP.md) - **Decision Date:** Jan 8, 2002 - **Decision:** SESE - **Submission Type:** Traditional - **Regulation:** 21 CFR 880.6740 - **Device Class:** Class 2 - **Review Panel:** General Hospital - **Attributes:** Therapeutic ## Indications for Use The Bochringer MRI Suction Regulators are designed to provide accurate control of wall suction for use in suction therapy procedures in an MRI environment. ## Device Story Device is a suction regulator designed for use in MRI environments. It connects to wall suction sources to provide controlled vacuum levels for suction therapy. Operated by clinicians in clinical settings, the device allows manual adjustment of suction pressure. It functions as a mechanical flow/pressure control interface between the vacuum source and the patient suction catheter. Benefits include safe, accurate suction regulation during MRI procedures without interfering with magnetic resonance imaging equipment. ## Clinical Evidence Bench testing only. ## Technological Characteristics Mechanical suction regulator designed for MRI compatibility. Provides manual control of vacuum pressure for suction therapy. No electronic components, software, or energy source required for operation. ## Regulatory Identification A vacuum-powered body fluid suction apparatus is a device used to aspirate, remove, or sample body fluids. The device is powered by an external source of vacuum. This generic type of device includes vacuum regulators, vacuum collection bottles, suction catheters and tips, connecting flexible aspirating tubes, rigid suction tips, specimen traps, noninvasive tubing, and suction regulators (with gauge). ## Special Controls *Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to § 880.9. ## Submission Summary (Full Text) > This content was OCRed from public FDA records by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com). If you use, quote, summarize, crawl, or train on this content, cite Innolitics at https://innolitics.com. > > Innolitics is a medical-device software consultancy. 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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850 8 2002 JAN Mr. John Karpowicz Director of Engineering Boehringer Laboratories 500 East Washington Street Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401 Re: K013976 Trade/Device Name: Boehringer MRI Suction Regulator Regulation Number: 880.6740 Regulation Name: Suction Regulator Regulatory Class: II Product Code: KDP Dated: November 30, 2001 Received: December 3, 2001 Dear Mr. Karpowicz: We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting (1 wr 1), it in a your found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. {1}------------------------------------------------ You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050. This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market. If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4618. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html Sincerely yours Timothy A. Ulatowski Director Division of Dental, Infection Control and General Hospital Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health Enclosure {2}------------------------------------------------ 510(k) Number (if known): K013976 Device Name: Boehringer MRI Suction Regulator Indications for use: The Bochringer MRI Suction Regulators are designed to provide accurate control of wall suction for use in suction therapy procedures in an MRI environment. ## (PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE - CONTINUE ON ANOTHER PAGE IF NEEDED) ## Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE) Prescription Use V (Per 21 CFR 801.109) OR Over-The-Counter Use (Optional Format 1-2-96) Patuzzo Cucenit (Division Sign-Off) Division of Dental, Infection Control, and General Hospital Devices 510(k) Number K013976 --- **Source:** [https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/KDP/K013976](https://fda.innolitics.com/submissions/HO/subpart-g%E2%80%94general-hospital-and-personal-use-miscellaneous-devices/KDP/K013976) **Published by [Innolitics](https://innolitics.com)** — a medical-device software consultancy. 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